Regional Manager

SUMMARY:
AREA/ REGIONAL MANAGER
Durban South 
R85 000 - R110 000 CTC

Our client is seeking an experienced Regional Manager to oversee the performance of a manufacturing operation and its associated retail outlets, covering production, procurement, distribution and retail operations. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, commercially driven leader with strong operational experience and a focus on food safety, quality and overall performance.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the assigned region Oversee production activities and ensure targets for quality, output and costs are achieved Coordinate the movement of products between production and retail sites Manage stock levels, ordering, purchasing and supplier relationships Oversee the performance and operational standards of multiple retail outlets Support and manage Store Managers, ensuring targets and service standards are met Monitor sales, margins, labour costs, waste and overall profitability Ensure high standards of product quality, hygiene and food safety are maintained Manage compliance with HACCP, food safety procedures and relevant legislation Identify operational risks and ensure corrective action is taken where required Manage regional budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies Lead, motivate and develop teams across the various operations Monitor performance and provide regular feedback and reports to management Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the region Minimum requirements: Senior management experience within food manufacturing, meat processing, butchery or retail Experience managing multiple operational areas or sites Strong background in production, procurement, stock management and distribution Good understanding of food safety and HACCP requirements Experience with budgets, P&L and cost management Proven ability to lead and manage large, diverse teams Strong commercial, organisational and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and people-management skills. Hands-on, results-driven approach with strong attention to quality and food safety Consultant: Andri Joubert - Dante Personnel Greenstone Apply via our website If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful